Having rights in relation to a carbon project gives Indigenous organisations a seat at the table to negotiate the type of project or outcome that works for them.

Recognising that land was never ceded, the Carbon ACCU Scheme Map identifies Indigenous rights and interests recognised under the Australian Government ACCU Scheme, as defined in the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Act 2011 and the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Rule 2015.

ICIN's analysis indicates that Indigenous people are responsible for managing and making decisions regarding carbon projects across approximately 59% of Australia's landmass, including the right to own and run a project over 28% of land and the right to veto a project over 31% of land.

This means that with the right policy settings, methods, and free, prior and informed consent practices being embedded, Indigenous people will continue to play a leading role in Australia's carbon industry. 

ICIN Carbon Map: Indigenous Rights and Interests - ACCU Scheme (the Carbon - ACCU Scheme Map)